Paisley café calls for 'common sense' approach in hospitality rule changes
dailyrecord.co.ukPlans to get Paisley and the rest of Renfrewshire’s towns “thriving” need to be taken forward using “common sense” amid fears pavements could become hazardous for people with disabilities.A change to the law that will mean businesses such as cafes, pubs, and restaurants will no longer need to apply for planning permission to put outdoor seating and other furniture outside their venues.The Paisley Daily Express reported last week how the new law, announced by Renfrewshire South MSP, Tom Arthur would be coming into effect at the end of March.“While we obviously welcome anything that boosts trade in our town centres we do have some concerns regarding access for people with disability issues,” said Karen Miller, office manager of Shopmobility Paisley and District.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies. Available on both Android and Apple.
D ownload here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocial Councils will still have powers to intervene if they deem the furniture to be dangerous or prevent people using the pavements.Karen raised the issue of blind people using the pavements and called on businesses and the council to be sensible.“As long as there are sensible precautions to make sure people on
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